Kentia Palm Frond Dieback: Light Curtains and Watering Lapses

Overall Healthy

Some lower frond loss is normal. Cut brown fronds at base.

Light Issue

White curtains may block too much light depending on window direction.

• North window: open curtains.
• East window: open in afternoon.
• Never expose to direct outdoor sun—even briefly.

Watering Precision

• Weekly ~½ gallon is about right.
• Must water until trickle from inner pot drain holes.
• No water between pots >24 hours.
• Even occasional missed week causes frond dieback.
• Emerging frond death = drought during formation.

Do not repot. Free pruning and palm articles at wcreed@HorticulturalHelp.com.